Stellenbosch Waldorf School is an independent school for children from three years of age in Playgroup, moving into Kindergarten and through Primary education, up into High School. Students experience this full and dynamic Waldorf journey through to Class 12. The Matric year sees students writing their National Senior Certificate Exams (NSC), in the thirteenth year, as their school leaving certificate.
Located in a beautiful part of South Africa, situated between the vineyards, the mountains and enlivened by the sea breeze from the Indian Ocean in False Bay, the school community is enriched by this unforgettable environment.
AN EDUCATION FOR LIFE
It is here in this setting that children come together from diverse communities, and are accompanied on a process of learning, dedicated to the individual growth of each child, into competent, confident young adults, with a strong sense of social and environmental responsibility.
Thank you for your interest in Stellenbosch Waldorf School and your enquiry into enroling.
Everyone applying to enrol at SWS is ushered through the following process.
SCHOOL VISIT
School Visits for parents are welcomed – please phone or email first so that we can welcome you.
Contact the Admissions department by phoning: 021 881 3867. Request to speak to Janine Delport, or you can email Janine at admissions@waldorfschool.org.za.
Stellenbosch Waldorf School Admission Procedure
APPLICATION FORMS
Download the Application forms here (see opposite column).
The first appointment is to visit and tour the school, if further information is required.
The application process continues with the forms complete, these are then emailed or delivered to the school.
Janine starts the enrollment process by organising an interview with the relevant teacher/teachers. This is based on whether there is space in the class.
SCHOOL INTERVIEW
The Interview takes place with parents and the child or children and the teacher. This is a time for discussion, questions, and as a parent, learning more about Stellenbosch Waldorf School and Waldorf education.
Thereafter, Janine will contact you regarding the next steps and making arrangements for enrolment and a Financial Interview.
LETTER OF CONFIRMATION
Once this is all in place the final paperwork processed and a Letter of Confirmation is received. Payment of the deposit is arranged by the finance and administrative departments.
If there are any further questions or we can be of assistance, please contact the school administrator; Jacky Philander on jacky@waldorfschool.org.za.
HOW TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
Please complete the following documents:
- Registration Form
- Confidential Interview Form
- Financial Clearance Certificate signed and stamped
Please include the following supporting information when submitting your application:
- Most recent school report
- Recent photograph of the applicant
- Therapy reports, if applicable
- Birth certificate / Passport / Valid Study Permit
- 3 months bank statements
You may download application forms from our website, submit a request via email or telephone, or by completing our online contact form. Feel free to make contact if you require any further information, or in the event of any queries relating to the application process. We look forward to hearing from you!
Fees Structure
Stellenbosch Waldorf School Term Dates
2019 TERM DATES
TERM 1
Tues 21st Jan – Fri 27th Mar
TERM 2
Tues 14th Apr – Fri 19th Jun
TERM 3
Tues 14th Jul – Fri 18th Sep
TERM 4
Tue 6th Oct – Wed 2nd Dec
CONTACT DETAILS
Physical Address
Santa Rd, Stellenbosch 7600
Postal Address
PO Box 603, Stellenbosch 7599
Admissions / Enrolment Officer
Janine Delport
admissions@waldorfschool.org.za
Secretary / General Enquiries
Althea Pietersen
stellenbosch@waldorfschool.org.za
Tel +27 (21) 881 3867
Fax +27 (86) 514 3427